Shinzen Young is an American mindfulness practitioner in the Vipassana (insight) tradition of Buddhism and teacher, author, speaker, and consultant in the field of neuroscience research.
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The purpose of this interview was to introduce people to mindfulness meditation and/or to Shinzen in a more casual, talk-show type format—thus Steph is playing the role of non-meditating talk-show host while Shinzen maintains his role as insightful, innovative teacher who speaks from deep experience...
Jay Sanguinetti is at the frontier of colliding two worlds: eastern philosophy, and western, modern science. With his training in philosophy, neuroscience, and cognitive psychology, coupled with a Ph.D.
In this dharma talk, Shinzen delves into how we can evolve as human beings and integrate our deeper experiences & skills gained through the meditative practice.
Of all of the teachers I’ve met along the path, Shinzen, your work has influenced me in such profound ways. We have some space here to hear from you and your very unique take on and formulation of the Dharma.
In this spontaneous dharma talk, Shinzen begins with discussing the components of mindfulness and the importance of understanding yourself as a sensory system.
People sometimes criticize meditation as being self-centered. Let’s consider that issue.
Shinzen discusses “formal practice” and “practice in life” as he shares special strategies for allowing Mindful Awareness Practice to totally transform your being.
An interview with Shinzen Young about his Unified Mindfulness system, why we meditate and how to find a good teacher.
As long as we have bodies, we will have physical pain. Buddhism promises no escape from that. What we can change is how we experience pain.
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Shinzen talks about the "Map Trap", the "Fundamentalism or Mythological Trap", the "Tranquility Trap", the "Realm of Powers Trap"' the "Enlightenment Trap", and the "Observer Trap".
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